Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases, 4th Edition
By Robert B. Colvin MD, Anthony Chang MD, Lynn D. Cornell MD
This expert volume in the Diagnostic Pathology series is an excellent point-of-care resource for practitioners at all levels of experience and training. Covering the full range of common and rare nonneoplastic renal diseases, it incorporates the most recent scientific and technical knowledge in the field to provide a comprehensive overview of all key issues relevant to today’s practice. Richly illustrated and easy to use, Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases, fourth edition, is a visually stunning, one-stop resource for every practicing pathologist, nephrologist, resident, student, or fellow as an ideal day-to-day reference or as a reliable training resource.
Looking for a comprehensive resource on kidney diseases? Look no further than Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases. In its fourth edition, this expert volume is an essential point-of-care reference for practitioners of all levels of experience and training. Authored by Robert B. Colvin MD, Anthony Chang MD, and Lynn D. Cornell MD, this book incorporates the most recent scientific and technical knowledge in the field to provide a comprehensive overview of all key issues relevant to today’s practice.
The field of renal pathology is constantly evolving, and this book keeps up with the latest advancements. With coverage of both common and rare nonneoplastic renal diseases, it is a valuable resource for every practicing pathologist, nephrologist, resident, student, or fellow. Whether you need a day-to-day reference or a reliable training resource, Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases has you covered.
One of the standout features of this book is its visually stunning and easy-to-use format. Richly illustrated, it presents over 4,300 print and online images, including high-resolution photographs, histologic images, full-color medical illustrations, radiologic images, and more. The visual aids greatly enhance the learning experience and help practitioners better understand and diagnose kidney diseases.
This fourth edition of Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases includes several new chapters covering a range of timely topics. With the recent impact of COVID-19 on healthcare, there is a chapter devoted to COVID-19 nephropathies. Other new chapters discuss xenografts, artificial intelligence (AI), digital pathology analysis, harmonized nephropathology terminology, newly identified types of amyloidosis, common artifacts and pitfalls on kidney biopsy, vaccination-associated renal disease, crystal nephropathies, and much more. These new additions ensure that this book remains up-to-date and relevant in the rapidly changing field of nephrology and renal pathology.
The content of Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases is not only comprehensive but also reliable. It incorporates updates from the International Kidney and Monoclonal Gammopathy (IKMG) research group, the American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism (ACR/EULAR) classification criteria for IgG4-related disease, Banff Foundation for Allograft Pathology, and others. It also details the updated genetic causes of nephrotic syndromes and antinephrin antibodies in podocytopathies, discovered by the very investigator who authored the chapter.
Readers will also find discussions on the newly identified variant IgG nephropathy and novel membranous autoantigens. Techniques such as immunofluorescence on paraffin sections, C4d staining, and polyomavirus detection in tissue are covered in dedicated chapters, providing essential information for practitioners.
Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases goes beyond presenting information on kidney diseases. It offers a user-friendly experience with consistently templated chapters, bulleted content, key facts, various tables, annotated images, pertinent references, and an extensive index for quick, expert reference at the point of care. The organized structure makes it easy to navigate the book and find the information you need.
The authors of Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases are internationally recognized experts in the field. With their fresh perspectives on multiple topics, they share their expertise and provide practical information that directly assists in making and supporting a diagnosis. Their insights and knowledge make this book an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to expand their understanding of renal pathology.
Ordering the book is easy. The fourth edition is published by Elsevier, a trusted name in medical publishing. The book is available in both print and eBook formats, ensuring that you can access the content in your preferred format. The eBook version provides additional benefits such as the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and even have the content read aloud.
Don’t miss out on this essential resource for kidney disease pathology. With its comprehensive coverage, visually stunning illustrations, and up-to-date information, Diagnostic Pathology: Kidney Diseases is a must-have for every practitioner in the field. Order your copy today and enhance your diagnostic skills in renal pathology.
Product Details
- Provides a comprehensive source for key pathologies and clinical features of more than 265 kidney diseases
- Features two dozen new chapters on a variety of timely topics, including COVID-19 nephropathies, xenografts, artificial intelligence (AI), digital pathology analysis, harmonized nephropathology terminology, newly identified types of amyloidosis, common artifacts and pitfalls on kidney biopsy, vaccination-associated renal disease, crystal nephropathies, and much more
- Includes updates from the International Kidney and Monoclonal Gammopathy (IKMG) research group, the American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism (ACR/EULAR) classification criteria for IgG4-related disease, Banff Foundation for Allograft Pathology, and others
- Details updated genetic causes of nephrotic syndromes and antinephrin antibodies in podocytopathies―by the investigator who discovered it
- Discusses the newly identified variant IgG nephropathy and novel membranous autoantigens
- Contains chapters on techniques, including immunofluorescence on paraffin sections, C4d staining, and polyomavirus detection in tissue
- Contains more than 4,300 print and online images, including high-resolution photographs and histologic images, full-color medical illustrations, radiologic images, and more
- Employs consistently templated chapters, bulleted content, key facts, a variety of tables, annotated images, pertinent references, and an extensive index for quick, expert reference at the point of care
- Shares the expertise of internationally recognized authors who provide fresh perspectives on multiple topics, with a particular emphasis on practical information that directly assists in making and supporting a diagnosis
- Includes an eBook version that enables you to access all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
- Publisher : Elsevier; 4th edition (July 24, 2023)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 1176 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0443107173
- ISBN-13 : 978-0443107177